Purchased a devices in a bins store. Has a lock on it I reset it. But still needs unlocked what to do

How to get device unlocked

Apple Watch Series 8

Posted on Apr 3, 2023 7:35 PM

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Posted on Apr 3, 2023 7:48 PM

Activation Lock is designed to prevent anyone else from using an Apple Watch if it's ever lost or stolen.

About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch - Apple Support


Activation Lock is an anti-theft feature that cannot be bypassed. Only the previous owner can remove the lock by using their Apple ID & password. Apple will not help you find the previous owner. If the previous owner cannot or will not remove the lock, then the watch is useless to you or anyone else. Try to get a refund or dispose of the watch properly. In the future, see the 'Before you buy a watch from a third-party' section in:

What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Apple Watch, or buy one from someone else - Apple Support


Since you got it at a "bins store" mI hope you didn't spend too much on it. Chalk it up to to experience.

The All Too Common SAD Reality of Buying … - Apple Community




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Apr 3, 2023 7:48 PM in response to Series8forum

Activation Lock is designed to prevent anyone else from using an Apple Watch if it's ever lost or stolen.

About Activation Lock on your Apple Watch - Apple Support


Activation Lock is an anti-theft feature that cannot be bypassed. Only the previous owner can remove the lock by using their Apple ID & password. Apple will not help you find the previous owner. If the previous owner cannot or will not remove the lock, then the watch is useless to you or anyone else. Try to get a refund or dispose of the watch properly. In the future, see the 'Before you buy a watch from a third-party' section in:

What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Apple Watch, or buy one from someone else - Apple Support


Since you got it at a "bins store" mI hope you didn't spend too much on it. Chalk it up to to experience.

The All Too Common SAD Reality of Buying … - Apple Community




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Purchased a devices in a bins store. Has a lock on it I reset it. But still needs unlocked what to do

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